{"product_id":"steering-wheel-replacement-buttons-for-volkswagen-golf-polo-passat-arteon","title":"Steering Wheel Replacement Buttons For Volkswagen Golf Polo Passat Arteon","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSteering Wheel Replacement Buttons for Volkswagen Golf, Polo, Passat, Arteon \u0026amp; More (2014–2023)\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eReplace the worn \u003cstrong\u003emultifunction steering wheel buttons\u003c\/strong\u003e on your \u003cstrong\u003eVolkswagen\u003c\/strong\u003e with this direct-fit \u003cstrong\u003ereplacement kit\u003c\/strong\u003e. Designed to fit a wide range of \u003cstrong\u003eVW models\u003c\/strong\u003e from 2014 to 2023, this kit restores full tactile control to buttons that have become \u003cstrong\u003efaded\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eglossy\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003eunresponsive\u003c\/strong\u003e after years of daily use.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003esteering wheel controls\u003c\/strong\u003e on modern Volkswagens handle \u003cstrong\u003ecruise control\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003emedia playback\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ephone calls\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003evoice assistant\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003edigital cockpit navigation\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003edriver assistance settings\u003c\/strong\u003e. They are among the most frequently pressed surfaces in the entire cabin, and the factory finish was not built to last the life of the vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis kit changes that.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking to \u003ca title=\"Interior Car Parts \u0026amp; Accessories\" href=\"https:\/\/europremiumparts.com\/collections\/interior-car-parts-accessories\"\u003eupgrade the interior\u003c\/a\u003e of your car? Also visit the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/europremiumparts.com\/collections\/performance-parts-for-volkswagen\" title=\"Volkswagen section\"\u003eVolkswagen section\u003c\/a\u003e of our aftermarket parts shop.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003ch2\u003eCompatible Volkswagen Models\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVolkswagen Golf (Mk7 \/ Mk7.5) – 2014 to 2020\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVolkswagen Polo (Mk6 \/ AW) – 2019 to 2023\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVolkswagen Passat (B8) – 2016 to 2021\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVolkswagen Arteon – 2017 to 2019\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVolkswagen Tiguan (AD) – 2016 to 2018\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVolkswagen T-Roc – 2018\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVolkswagen Jetta (Mk6 \/ Mk7) – 2015 to 2022\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVolkswagen Touran – 2017 to 2019\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVolkswagen Sharan – 2015 to 2019\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVolkswagen Bora – 2019 to 2021\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAll listed models share the same \u003cstrong\u003eMQB-platform steering wheel button layout\u003c\/strong\u003e. However, the exact \u003cstrong\u003ebutton configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e may vary depending on the \u003cstrong\u003etrim level\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eoptional equipment\u003c\/strong\u003e fitted at the factory. Compare the product images to your current \u003cstrong\u003esteering wheel controls\u003c\/strong\u003e and select the matching variant before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhat Goes Wrong With VW Steering Wheel Buttons\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVolkswagen uses a \u003cstrong\u003epainted matte finish\u003c\/strong\u003e on its \u003cstrong\u003esteering wheel button caps\u003c\/strong\u003e that looks clean and precise when the car is new. The problem is that this finish was never designed to handle the volume of contact it actually receives.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEvery drive means dozens of presses across \u003cstrong\u003evolume\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003etrack skip\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ecruise control\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003emenu navigation\u003c\/strong\u003e. Over time, the \u003cstrong\u003ematte paint wears through\u003c\/strong\u003e, exposing the shiny plastic underneath. The \u003cstrong\u003eprinted icons\u003c\/strong\u003e start to fade. Buttons that once had a crisp, defined click begin to feel flat and vague.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis is not a maintenance issue. No amount of cleaning or interior detailing will reverse \u003cstrong\u003epaint wear\u003c\/strong\u003e or restore \u003cstrong\u003efaded symbols\u003c\/strong\u003e. The only permanent fix is replacing the \u003cstrong\u003ebutton caps\u003c\/strong\u003e themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhat This Kit Replaces\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe kit covers the \u003cstrong\u003emultifunction button caps\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003erocker switches\u003c\/strong\u003e on both sides of the steering wheel.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eelectronic switch contacts\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ewiring harness\u003c\/strong\u003e behind the buttons remain untouched. Nothing is disconnected, no modules are removed, and no \u003cstrong\u003eVCDS coding\u003c\/strong\u003e is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis is the right repair when your buttons still register every press but the \u003cstrong\u003esurface finish is visibly worn\u003c\/strong\u003e. If a button has stopped working entirely, the issue may be a failed \u003cstrong\u003econtact membrane\u003c\/strong\u003e beneath the cap rather than the cap itself.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe factory \u003cstrong\u003ebutton caps\u003c\/strong\u003e clip onto the \u003cstrong\u003eswitch actuators\u003c\/strong\u003e with small \u003cstrong\u003eplastic retention tabs\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUse a thin \u003cstrong\u003eplastic pry tool\u003c\/strong\u003e or a \u003cstrong\u003eflat-head screwdriver wrapped in tape\u003c\/strong\u003e to gently release each cap from its housing. The old cap lifts straight off the \u003cstrong\u003eswitch contact\u003c\/strong\u003e underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlace the \u003cstrong\u003enew cap\u003c\/strong\u003e over the actuator, align the tabs, and press firmly until it snaps into position.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo airbag removal\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eno steering wheel disassembly\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eno special tools\u003c\/strong\u003e required.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe full swap takes around \u003cstrong\u003e10 to 15 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003ch2\u003eWhy This Kit Is Worth It\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUniversal fit across the VW MQB platform\u003c\/strong\u003e — one kit covers Golf, Polo, Passat, Arteon, Tiguan, T-Roc, Jetta, Touran, Sharan, and Bora\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEliminates worn paint and faded icons\u003c\/strong\u003e that no detailing product can restore\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo airbag work\u003c\/strong\u003e and no \u003cstrong\u003esteering wheel removal\u003c\/strong\u003e needed\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRestores the look and feel\u003c\/strong\u003e of the most-used controls in your \u003cstrong\u003eVW interior\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA fraction of the cost\u003c\/strong\u003e of sourcing replacement parts through a \u003cstrong\u003eVolkswagen dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExplore all \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/europremiumparts.com\/collections\/performance-parts-for-volkswagen\" title=\"Volkswagen Parts and Accessories\"\u003eparts and accessories for Volkswagen\u003c\/a\u003e, browse our full range of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/europremiumparts.com\/collections\/replacement-buttons\" title=\"Replacement Buttons\"\u003ereplacement interior buttons and controls\u003c\/a\u003e, and discover more in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/europremiumparts.com\/collections\/interior-trims\" title=\"Interior Trims\"\u003einterior trims collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Euro Premium Parts","offers":[{"title":"Standard Steering Wheel - Left","offer_id":63399742964042,"sku":null,"price":69.83,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Standard Steering Wheel - Right","offer_id":63399742996810,"sku":null,"price":69.83,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Standard Steering Wheel - Left \u0026 Right","offer_id":63399743029578,"sku":null,"price":104.83,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Standard Steering Wheel - Left \u0026 Right With Chrome Trims","offer_id":63399743062346,"sku":null,"price":122.33,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"GTI\/GTD\/R\/R-Line Steering Wheel - Right","offer_id":63399743095114,"sku":null,"price":69.83,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"GTI\/GTD\/R\/R-Line Steering Wheel - Left","offer_id":63399743127882,"sku":null,"price":69.83,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"GTI\/GTD\/R\/R-Line Steering Wheel - Left \u0026 Right","offer_id":63399743160650,"sku":null,"price":104.83,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"GTI\/GTD\/R\/R-Line Steering Wheel - Left \u0026 Right With Chrome Trims","offer_id":63399770063178,"sku":null,"price":122.33,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/8814\/1364\/files\/volkswagen_steering_wheel_buttons_gold_polo_passat_arteon2.jpg?v=1788254038","url":"https:\/\/europremiumparts.com\/en-nz\/products\/steering-wheel-replacement-buttons-for-volkswagen-golf-polo-passat-arteon","provider":"Euro Premium Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}